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Yaks in street, Gyantse

Visit Gyantse, Tibet

Visit Gyantse, Tibet

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Gyantse, Tibet

En route to Gyantse you pass through stunning Himalayan scenery, the Kamba-la Pass providing sweeping panoramas and leading down to the turquoise waters of Yamdrok-tso.

Continuing to Gyantse, explore the streets and markets of this historic town, full of Tibetan character. Discover the shadowy chambers of Pelkor Chode Monastery and the splendid four-tier Gyantse Kumbum, with its impressive murals and statues filling many chapels and topped by a golden dome.

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Suggested itineraries featuring Gyantse

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Gyantse, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Gyantse

Places & hotels on the map

    Places near Gyantse

    Photos of Gyantse

    • A local monastery, Gyantse
      A local monastery, Gyantse
    • Inside Gyantse Monastery
      Inside Gyantse Monastery
    • Celebrations, Gyantse
      Celebrations, Gyantse
    • Tibetan houses, Gyantse
      Tibetan houses, Gyantse
    • Yaks in street, Gyantse
      Yaks in street, Gyantse
    • Traditional Tibetan architecture
      Traditional Tibetan architecture
    • Lady in Gyantse Old Town
      Lady in Gyantse Old Town
    • Gyantse Dzong
      Gyantse Dzong

    Accommodation choices for Gyantse

    We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Gyantse. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    • Gyantse Hotel

      Gyantse Hotel

      Simple

      The Gyantse offers both Western and Tibetan style rooms. All rooms have en-suite facilities with hot water, and many have fine views of the medieval town and the surrounding scenery.